Governance
Corporate responsibility in action
Good corporate governance is an important guarantee for stable future development. As regional institutions, the savings banks are aware of their special responsibility. Thanks to their decentralised structure and their deep-rooted presence, they are in an excellent position to initiate and support transformation in their sponsor regions.
Increasing digital resilience for Europe
DORA and RiMaGo: A test for data protection and risk management. Savings banks strengthen their digital resilience against cyber attacks.
Flow Factory: Research on AI in the financial sector
Building expertise for savings banks and their customers: “Flow Factory” researches the contribution of AI to process innovation in the financial sector.
Combating shortage of skilled labour by focussing on values
Thanks to their value-oriented corporate culture, savings banks are among the most attractive employers despite demographic change and a shortage of skilled workers.
Dialogue with stakeholders is proximity in action
Consistent communication: thanks to their strong roots in the local community, savings banks are in constant dialogue with their stakeholders – a win-win situation for both sides.
Commitment to democracy
Flying the flag for tolerance and democracy
Diversity and cohesion are important prerequisites for a vibrant and creative society. The savings banks and their partners are committed to promoting social tolerance and social cohesion both locally and beyond regional boundaries.
Economic development and innovation
New times, new founders
Savings banks invest in business incubators and start-ups, promoting innovation and economic development.
